Key takeaways

Features: Dynamic Island could be smaller and cameras might have a variable aperture -- plus, there are rumors of a bigger battery. However, some components could be downgraded due to memory component shortages.

Colors: Apple could launch light blue, dark cherry and dark gray versions or variations thereof.

Price: There have been no leaks about price increases, which is good news at this point.

Release date: Apple might split the iPhone 18 launch between fall 2026 and spring 2027.

The iPhone 18 lineup is shaping up to be one of Apple's most consequential in years, and also one of its most complicated.…